Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Old Line Farmer Radio
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| Avian Influenza in Maryland & Agriculture Bills in Annapolis | 14 Feb 2025 | 00:12:09 | |
Today, we speak with Tyler Hough, Maryland Farm Bureau's Director of Government Relations, on bills that could affect farmers in Annapolis. Plus, we report on new cases of HPAI in Maryland, USDA's disaster declaration, and Congresswoman April McClain-Delaney's first hearing in the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture. Follow us on social media!
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| Introducing Old Line Farmer Radio! | 10 Feb 2025 | 00:00:51 | |
Welcome to Old Line Farmer Radio, a Maryland Farm Bureau production. On this show we will discuss the latest happenings in Maryland agriculture, commodity prices across the state, and keep you apprised on important policy discussions that affect farmers' bottom lines. Plus we’ll speak with the stakeholders, policymakers, and producers that make up Maryland’s farming community. You don’t want to miss this! Give us a follow anywhere you get your podcasts. This episode was recorded by Hollis Zimmerman. Our website:mdfarmbureau.com Become a Farm Bureau member:members.mdfarmbureau.com Facebook:facebook.com/mdfarmbureau Instagram:instagram.com/mdfarmbureau X (Twitter):x.com/farmbureaumd TikTok:tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureau | |||
| Growing Future Ag Leaders with Maryland FFA | 27 Feb 2025 | 00:09:40 | |
On today’s episode, we interview Maryland FFA’s President and Vice President about the importance of this program to young students. Plus we give you updates on the rising price of eggs and the risk of losing farmland due to solar energy siting pressures. Tune in! Follow us on social media!
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| Maryland Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks on Value-Added Ag | 20 Feb 2025 | 00:15:00 | |
Today, we speak with Maryland's Secretary of Agriculture, Kevin Atticks, on his value-added outlook at this critical state agency. Plus we give you updates on grain bin safety and deer management programs in Maryland. Tune in! Follow us on social media!
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| Maryland Recommends Cutting Funding to Ag Programs; What You Need to Know | 06 Mar 2025 | 00:09:10 | |
On today’s episode, we discuss Maryland’s recommended cuts to key agricultural programs, including cuts to the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation, Maryland Ag Cost-Share Program, and the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission. Write your lawmakers to oppose these cuts at mdfarmbureau.com/action-center Follow us on social media!
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| Talking No-Till & Cover Crops with the Hutchison Family | 17 Apr 2025 | 00:11:24 | |
In our feature story, we speak with Bob and Travis Hutchison of Talbot County, the 2024 winners of the Leopold Conservation Award, on their pioneering work in sustainable agriculture. Write Governor Moore to veto SB931/HB1036: mdfarmbureau.com/action-center Follow us on social media! Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureau Instagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureau X (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumd TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureau Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| A 2025 Maryland General Assembly Wrap-Up | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:22:02 | |
On the day after Sine Die—the final day of Maryland’s Legislative Session—we’re joined by our Director of Government Relations, Tyler Hough, and Executive Director, Parker Welch, to break down what happened in Annapolis and what it all means for Maryland agriculture. Follow us on social media! Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureau Instagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureau X (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumd TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureau Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Farm Bureau Member Benefits You Should Be Taking Advantage Of | 03 Apr 2025 | 00:10:47 | |
Today, we speak with Tonya Meachem, Maryland Farm Bureau's Director of Member Services, on the amazing perks that are exclusively available to Maryland Farm Bureau members – including farm equipment discounts, insurance, and travel perks. Follow us on social media!
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| Farm Family Fighting Solar Sprawl, Budget Concerns Alleviated | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:15:13 | |
Today, we speak with Caroline County father/daughter farm duo, Matt and Kaylyn Jones, about their heartwarming testimony in Annapolis against a bill designed to override local zoning laws. We also speak with MARBIDCO Executive Director Steve McHenry on the positive developments made to the budget for Maryland agriculture. Write your Maryland lawmakers in opposition to SB931/HB1036: mdfarmbureau.com/action-center Follow us on social media!
Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Senator Alsobrooks Meets with Maryland Farmers, Talk Tariffs | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:13:16 | |
Today, we speak with Dorchester County farmer William Layton about hosting newly-elected U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks on his farm and discusses federal issues facing farmers. Write your Maryland lawmakers in opposition to ag funding cuts at mdfarmbureau.com/action-center Follow us on social media!
Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Becoming an Advocate for Ag with Waldorf Farmer Karl Shlagel | 12 Mar 2025 | 00:11:40 | |
Today, we speak with Charles County farmer Karl Shlagel on how to properly advocate on issues facing farmers when speaking with government officials or the media. Karl is a member of American Farm Bureau's Partners in Advocacy Leadership Program. Write your Maryland lawmakers in opposition to ag funding cuts at mdfarmbureau.com/action-center Follow us on social media!
Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Nationally Recognized Maryland Young Farmers, Rachel & Alan Eck | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:12:31 | |
On this week's Old Line Farmer Radio, we speak with Rachel and Alan Eck, co-chairs of Marylands Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee, on their hydroponic greenhouse and national award from American Farm Bureau Federation.Follow us on social media!Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureauInstagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureauX (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumdTikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| National Dairy Month with Rocky Point Farm & Creamery | 05 Jun 2025 | 00:11:13 | |
We are joined by Chuck and Emily Fry of Rocky Point dairy farm in Frederick County, where they have branched out into making ice cream. We discuss the challenges of running a dairy farm and all things ice cream – check it out! Follow us on social media!Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureauInstagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureauX (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumdTikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Addressing Mental Health Concerns in Ag with Alex Chan, PhD. | 29 May 2025 | 00:15:26 | |
We speak with licensed therapist Alex Chan, PhD. about his work in agricultural mental health with the University of Maryland Extension, as well as discussing the unique stressors farmers face and how they can access the support available to them. UMD Extension Farm Stress Management program: go.umd.edu/farmfamily Find treatment: samhsa.gov/find-help/locators Follow us on social media!
Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Fighting Food Misinformation with Michelle Miller, the "Farm Babe" | 23 May 2025 | 00:15:46 | |
We speak with Michelle Miller, also known as the "Farm Babe" on social media, about online misinformation about the agricultural and food sector, and how farmers can push back by telling their story. Learn about Michelle's Farm Cruise: farmcruise.com Follow us on social media!
Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Jo-Ann Chason & Chris Catterton, Md. Farm Bureau's Vice Presidents | 15 May 2025 | 00:14:17 | |
Today, we speak with MDFB's 1st Vice President, Jo-Ann Chason, and 2nd Vice President, Chris Catterton. We discuss their role in leadership and the need for farmers to step up and tell their story. Protect your farm from severe weather with Nationwide Insurance: https://www.nationwide.com/lc/resources/farm-and-agribusiness/articles/severe-weather-threatening-farms Follow us on social media! Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureau Instagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureau X (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumd TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureau Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Maryland Farm Bureau President Jamie Raley | 09 May 2025 | 00:13:51 | |
Jamie Raley is a farmer from St. Mary’s County and is the President of Maryland Farm Bureau, serving in that role since December 2023. We speak with President Raley to discuss his experience in leadership, and what he’s hearing from the farmers on the ground. Write Governor Moore to veto SB931/HB1036: mdfarmbureau.com/action-center Follow us on social media! Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureau Instagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureau X (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumd TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureau Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| Using Social Media as a Farmer with AppleGirlKait & Ben Butler | 01 May 2025 | 00:17:28 | |
We speak with Kait Thornton, also known as AppleGirlKait, on how farmers can use social media to educate consumers, as well as apple and fruit growing on the east and west coast. Follow us on social media!Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureauInstagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureauX (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumdTikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureauBecome a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||
| It's Strawberry Season! with Chase's Produce | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:14:00 | |
In our feature story, we speak with Bob Chase of Chase's Produce in Anne Arundel County on the year-round work that goes into producing early spring's strawberries. Write Governor Moore to veto SB931/HB1036: mdfarmbureau.com/action-center Follow us on social media! Facebook: facebook.com/MDfarmbureau Instagram: instagram.com/mdfarmbureau X (Twitter): x.com/farmbureaumd TikTok: tiktok.com/@mdfarmbureau Become a member of Maryland Farm Bureau at members.mdfarmbureau.com | |||